Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator’s Manual Single-Stage Snow Thrower — Model 221 HP WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Printed In USA Form No.
1 To The Owner Thank You Thank you for purchasing a Cub Cadet Snow Thrower. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment. It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and maintain your machine. Please be sure that you, and any other persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the recommended safety practices at all times.
Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol.
Safe Handling of Gasoline 5. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. 6.
Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snow throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute. To clear the chute: 1. SHUT THE ENGINE OFF! 2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have stopped rotating. 3. Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands. Maintenance & Storage 1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate WARNING— ROTATING BLADES Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings while machine is running.
3 Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Carton • One Snow Thrower • One Chute Assembly • Two Ignition Keys • One 3-Prong Extension Cord • One 20 oz. Bottle 5W-30 Oil • One Snow Thrower Operator’s Manual • One Engine Operator’s Manual NOTE: All references to the left or right side of the snow thrower are from the operator’s position. Any exceptions will be noted. 2. Pivot the upper handle into the operating position. Be sure not to pinch any of the cables in the process. See Fig. 3-2.
3. Installing the Chute 1. Place the chute handle on the lower chute as shown in Fig. 3-3. Be certain that the handle is aligned in the channel on the chute and the tabs snap into place. Align the holes in the chute base with the holes in the lower chute and secure with the previously removed hex washer screws. See Fig. 3-5. Channel Tab Figure 3-3 2. Remove the hex washer screws in the chute base. See Fig. 3-4. Figure 3-5 Installing the Recoil Starter Handle 1.
4 Controls & Features Auger Control Recoil Starter Handle Chute Control Handle Chute Assembly Shave Plate Auger Auger Figure 4-1 When engaged, the auger rotation draws snow into the auger housing and throws it out the discharge chute. Rubber paddles on the auger also aid in propelling the snow thrower as they come in contact with the pavement. Auger Control Located on the upper handle, the auger control is used to engage and disengage drive to the auger.
5 Operation NOTE: Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual for instruction on starting, stopping and operating the engine. Engaging the Auger 1. To engage the auger and start throwing snow, squeeze the auger control against the handle. Release to stop the auger. See Fig. 5-1. Chute Refer to Fig. 5-2 for the chute controls.
6 Maintenance & Adjustments Adjustments 6. WARNING! Before servicing, repairing or inspecting the snow thrower, disengage the auger control. Stop the engine and remove the key to prevent unintended starting. Shave Plate To check the adjustment of the shave plate, place the machine on a level surface. The wheels, shave plate and auger should all contact the level surface. Note that if the shave plate is adjusted too high, snow may blow under the housing.
Maintenance 5. Off-Season Storage Tip the snow thrower back to the operating position and pull the starter handle a few times to see if it is difficult to pull. 6. If the starter is difficult to pull, remove the spark plug and pull the handle several times to ensure that any oil trapped in the head is removed. If the snow thrower will not be used for 30 days or longer, follow the instructions below. 1. Store the equipment in a clean, dry area. 2.
7 Service Replacing Belt To replace the belt follow these instructions and refer to Fig. 7-3: 1. Run the snow thrower until the fuel tank is empty. 2. Pull the recoil starter handle until resistance is felt. Then tip the snow thrower back until it rests on the handles. 3. Slide a board up through the auger and through the chute to secure the auger in place. 4. Remove the belt cover by removing the three hex washer screws and one hex lock screw that secure it to the frame. See Fig. 7-1.
Replacing Auger Paddles Replacing Shave Plate The snow thrower auger’s rubber paddles are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of excessive wear are present. The shave plate is attached to the bottom of the auger housing and is subject to wear. It should be checked periodically. There are two wearing edges and the shave plate can be reversed.
8 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Excessive vibration 1. Loose parts or damaged auger. 1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Check for possible damage. Tighten all bolts and nuts. Repair as needed. If the problem persists, take snow thrower to an authorized service dealer. Snow thrower fails to selfpropel 1. Auger control cable out of adjustment. 1. Adjust auger control cable as shown in Maintenance & Adjustments section. 2. Auger drive belt loose or damaged. 2.
9 Replacement Parts Component Part Number and Description 731-08171 Shave Plate 954-04050 Belt 753-06469 Rubber Auger Paddle Kit (Includes 2 paddles and 12 hex washer screws) 946-04701 Clutch Cable 634-04347 Wheel Assembly, 8” 751-10487 Fuel Cap 731-05632 Key 951-10292 Spark Plug Phone (800) 965-4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready). Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.cubcadet.com.
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CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR Snow throwers The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/or its territories and possessions. b.
